Event

Career journeys in Commercial Excellence

Wednesday, November 12, 2025
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We expect a lot from today’s Commercial Excellence talent. But are we clear on what great really looks like? 

As Commercial Excellence roles across FMCGs become broader and more strategic, many businesses are asking the same question:

How do we find, grow and retain the kind of talent these roles now demand? 

In our next UK CPG Network event, we’ll explore this challenge through the lens of real career journeys in Commercial Excellence - unpacking how these roles have evolved, what makes them so difficult to hire for, and how the right balance of skills is often harder to define than it is to develop.

From Revenue Growth Management to Shopper Marketing and Category Development, the expectations on Commercial Excellence teams have changed dramatically. It’s no longer just about strong analytics or great stakeholder management - it’s about blending both, at pace, in highly cross-functional environments.

Building strong teams isn’t just about capability, its also about inclusivity and diversity. Creating inclusive, high performing teams means making space for diverse experiences, backgrounds and perspectives. 

This session will cover:

  • Why these roles are evolving faster than traditional career paths
  • What makes them uniquely difficult to fill
  • How FMCGs can reshape capability building to close the gap
  • Why inclusion is critical to building stronger, more future fit teams
  • What “great” looks like today, from those building the teams and doing the work 

You’ll leave with practical insights, sharper definitions of excellence, and a better understanding of how to attract, or become, the talent FMCGs need next. 

Join us afterwards for drinks, food, and informal networking with peers shaping the future of CPG. 

To learn more or request an invite, get in touch at UKCPGnetwork@simon-kucher.com.

Who Should Attend:

This event is designed for leaders building and running Commercial Excellence teams, as well as consumer goods professionals interested in these roles.

If you’re involved in areas such as Revenue Growth Management (RGM), Net Revenue Management (NRM), Commercial Strategy, Sales, Shopper Marketing, or Category Development, you’ll gain valuable insights into both career development and team capability building.

If you are unable to make this event but would like to register your interest in future events and becoming a member of the UK CPG Network, please contact: UKCPGnetwork@simon-kucher.com .

Simon-Kucher is committed to ensuring that this event meets industry best practices and is compliant with anti-trust and competition laws.  

Event details
  • In Person
  • Wednesday, November 12, 2025
  • 17:30 - 21:00
  • SK Office London, 5th floor, 10 Fleet Place, London, EC4M 7RB

Agenda

17:30 - 18:00 BST
Arrival and registrations
18:00 - 18:15 BST
Welcome
James Brown , Bhavisha Gandesha
18:15 - 19:00 BST
Powerhouse panel session hosted by Dr. Andreas von der Gathen | Industry Speakers
Dr. Andreas von der Gathen
19:00 - 19:15 BST
Panelist Q&A
19:15 - 19:30 BST
Panelist break out discussions
19:30 BST
Networking, drinks and canapes

Speakers

Senior Partner
London, UK

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